CRANBERRY CAKE ROLL

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This low-fat angel food cake roll is a guilt-free indulgence, which is much-appreciated during the Christmas season. -Paige Kowolewski, Topton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

9 large egg whites
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup cake flour
Confectioners' sugar
FILLING:
2-1/3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons water, divided
1/3 cup chopped candied orange peel, optional
1 tablespoon orange liqueur, optional
1 teaspoon grated orange zest, optional
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside., Add vanilla, cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in flour, about 1/4 cup at a time., Carefully spread into prepared pan. Bake until cake springs back when lightly touched, 15-20 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes. Turn cake onto a kitchen towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off waxed paper. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack. , For filling, in a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar and 4 Tbsp. water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes or until berries pop. Mash berries; strain, reserving juice and discarding pulp. Return juice to the pan and if desired, add chopped candied orange peel, orange liqueur and orange zest. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; gradually add to cranberry juice mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Chill., Unroll cake and spread filling to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up again. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. If desired, top with additional confectioners' sugar, candied orange peel and sugared cranberries. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Kk Gg
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I made this cake roll for my family and they loved it! The cake was so light and fluffy, and the cranberry filling was the perfect amount of sweetness.


Abdul qadeer Bangulzai
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This cake roll was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The cranberry filling was tart and sweet, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Api Sheikh
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This cake roll was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The cranberry filling was tart and tangy, and the cake was moist and fluffy.


sharon rivard
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This cake roll was a hit at my holiday party! It was moist, flavorful, and the cranberry filling was tart and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


kato Richard
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I made this cake roll for my family and they loved it! The cake was so light and fluffy, and the cranberry filling was the perfect amount of sweetness.


S Block
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This cake roll was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The cranberry filling was tart and sweet, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


LAGEND MeER
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This cake roll was a hit at my holiday party! It was moist, flavorful, and the cranberry filling was tart and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Kevin Lol
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I made this cake roll for my family and they loved it! The cake was so light and fluffy, and the cranberry filling was the perfect amount of sweetness.


Tanima Akter Eshita
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This cake roll was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The cranberry filling was tart and sweet, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Sean Cameron
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This cake roll was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The cranberry filling was tart and tangy, and the cake was moist and fluffy.


Eileen Dhanraj
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I'm not usually a fan of cranberry desserts, but this cake roll was amazing! The cranberry filling was tart and tangy, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Haily Tran
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This cake roll was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The cranberry filling was tart and sweet, and the cake was moist and fluffy.


Kayli Ali
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I made this cake roll for my family and they loved it! The cake was so light and fluffy, and the cranberry filling was the perfect amount of sweetness.


ALEX NANAOTOO
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This cranberry cake roll was a hit at my holiday party! It was moist, flavorful, and the cranberry filling was tart and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.